University of Worcester Archaeology Society

Sign the Petition Save Worcester's Archaeology department

Alice Roberts, Professor of Public Engagement in Science at the University of Birmingham, speaks out about the closure of the course at Worcester:

“I am very sad to see another university archaeology department threatened with closure.

Archaeology is a brilliant degree which bridges the arts and humanities and provides students with a long-term perspective on so many of the challenges facing humanity today, from human responses to climate change and disease to the very nature of our societies.

Our tertiary education system is impoverished without it.”

Thank you, Alice.

To help us , please keep signing and sharing the petition. We need just over 1,300 signatures to reach our goal of 10,000 before it is presented to the University's Executive Board.
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The decision to close the archaeology course at Worcester doesn't just mean there won't be future opportunities for studying, it's also having a huge impact on the mental and physical health of current students and staff.

Please keep signing the petition to help us force the University to reconsider their decision!

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Sign the Petition Save Worcester's Archaeology department

Hi, I’m Merrin and I’m going into my third year. My role as inclusivity rep, as part of the archaeology society, includes trying my best to make sure it is a fun and enjoyable experience for all. As well as making sure everyone feels included and welcomed.

One of my favourite archaeological sites is Mycenae as I really enjoy learning about the Aegean Bronze Age.

Hope to meet you all soon and please don’t hesitate to get in touch! 😊 @ Worcester Students' Union

Hiya, I’m Grace, I’m a third year and I’m also one of the social secretary’s for this year. My main jobs revolve around creating fun and inclusive events throughout the year and engaging with you guys through various social media posts and updates.
My hopes for this year are to increase the engagement between the committee and you guys while appealing to a larger scope of students from different backgrounds and interests. I can’t wait to meet you all!

My favourite archaeological site would have to be Grimes Graves in Norfolk. It’s not only local to me but is the place that started my interest in prehistory. @ Worcester Students' Union

Hey, I’m Liss, I’m a third year and my role within this society is Chair Secretary and Social Secretary. Therefore, I will mainly be organising social events and ensuring they are accommodating for everyone. We already have a lot of exciting plans for the upcoming academic year and welcome any suggestions/ideas for social events. So, I hope your ready for an enjoyable time in the Archaeology society.

My favourite archaeological site is Skara Brae located in the Orkney Islands. @ Worcester Students' Union

Hello, I’m Sarah and I’m in third year.As treasurer I hope to help make the society enjoyable for all, while also making it affordable and financing for as many fun activities as possible.

My favourite archaeological site is the wreck site of the RMS Titanic. @ Worcester Students' Union

My Name is Jordan Morris, I am in third year and my role is Chair of the society. My aim for this year is to make the society more inclusive through events that will suite a range of different interests and abilities. This could include more hands on events like pottery making. I also hope to create links with other societies for a joint led approach. For example, hold events surrounding subjects like the heritage of their society topic.

My favourite archaeological site has to be that of herculaneum in Italy as here was where I found my love and interest for archaeology.
@ Worcester Students' Union

Hello everybody! We’re making a little request today. The archaeology society has made a survey so we can get a better understanding of what people would like from the society in the coming academic year. You don’t need to have been a member before to fill it in, and it only takes 2-3 minutes to complete. Any replies greatly appreciated, and thank you for your time. Here’s to making 2020-2021 the best yet!

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Join us on the St John’s Campus in room EEG021 from 17:00-19:00 to debate dark heritage and tourism! 😊